the fragrance
of freshly mowed grass
summer in winter
a backyard barefoot walk
healing with each step
I tell myself
tomorrow will be good
today a present
in the mail, from me to me
spring green on silk chiffon
my doctors gone
for two whole weeks
I must call
my own powers
harness the sun and ride
get out
you demon of mortal pain
last night
we had a fight
I kicked you out the door.
Genie Nakano 3/19/14
I had an autoimmune disease that was flaring up back in the day. It is in remission but it was a tough fight. Thanks to Yoga, meditation and a compassionate doctor--I kicked it out the door.
Memories… of smoke filled rooms, beladi rhythms on tabla drums heavy beaded crystal costumes twirling into the night we danced for seduction… hungry for those hundred dollar tips. Genie Nakano, March 12, 2022
chatter chatter chat
the magpie in my head
open the cage
set it free
there is so little time...
Genie Nakano
Published in Self-
Portrait
Tanka Society of America Members' Anthology
Michael H. Lester, editor
Learn the art of Haiku! Unlock your inner Zen, your sense of humor, and your depth of creativity, by learning to write, short-form wonders. In this 3-part workshop taught by author writer Genie Nakano, you’ll learn the composites of a successful Haiku, the power of sequencing, imagery, and kigo (season words). No previous experience required.
Genie Nakano 